Everybody has the potential for success, but too few actually develop the plan. Dr. Ruth Gotian is the Chief Learning Officer and Assistant Professor of Education in Anesthesiology.She has been named by the journal Nature and Columbia University as an expert in mentorship and leadership development. She is also a contributor to Forbes and Psychology Today where she publishes her research about the mindset and skill set of peak performers, including Nobel laureates, astronauts and Olympic champions which has also inspired her newest book, The Success Factor.Jump in as we learn more from Dr. Gotian about the success factor and the mindset we need to be high achievers.Things you will learn in this episode: [00:01 - 05:54] Opening Segment   I introduce today’s guest, Dr. Ruth Gotian Dr. Gotian gives us some background on his story Always the one who was different  Growing up during specific gender roles  Career today  Surrounded by successful people Building on experiences  [05:55 - 14:52] Opening Your Mind to Find Truth Exposure to new ideas during college Dr. Gotian’s college experience The value of learning HOW to think  Getting her doctorate  Parsing through what is ‘true’ Textbooks are not gospel There are no one right ways to do something  Navigating a breakdown of world views  Trial and error  Expose yourself to different sources  Making your own informed decision  A word from our sponsors  [14:53 - 24:52] The Success Factor The pillars of high achievers Intrinsically motivated A high level of perseverance  Strong foundation  Everyone can become a high achiever You need to have a plan Passion audit How to see the passion in others See what they do during down time  Not what but WHO you want to be What problem do you want to solve [24:53 - 36:01] Closing Segment Who you know or what you know? Who is critical because they open doors  Dr. Gotian’s example  Choosing the right advice  Do your research  Do what’s important  Freedom vs. commitment  The importance of mentorship and masterminds  Mix things up  ThE RanDoM RoUnD How to engage with Dr. Gotian  Links below  Final words  Tweetable Quotes: “I quickly realized that people’s definition of what I should do was based on their limited view. But the more I saw and the more I talked to people… I got to see what else is out there.” - Dr. Ruth Gotian “I think everybody has the potential but not everyone has the plan… What is that blueprint for success that you can adapt to your own life?” - Dr. Ruth Gotian“If you want to have impact, you need to do something important.” - Dr. Ruth GotianResources Mentioned:  The Success Factor Take the Passion Audit Connect and engage with Dr. Gotian on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Check out https://www.ruthgotian.com/ to learn from the Top30 Management Thinker. Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community that’s setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Check out FranBridge Consulting for premier non-food franchise opportunities: travischappell.com/franbridgeOur Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices